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F E AT U R E D DJ Smith The 42-year-old Windsor, Ontario native becomes the 13th man to take the Sens’ head coaching reigns. He is brimming with optimism, energy, and excitement to burn.

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We The North A look at the Toronto Raptors and their unbelievable push to win the first ever NBA Finals Championship in franchise history.

Jamie & Cody Ceci The newly engaged couple shares the details of their engagement, plans for the wedding, and how they are spending their time away from the rink this summer.

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IN THE COMMUNITY 7 Things To Do In Ottawa This Summer Explore your city this season with new ideas for the adventure seekers, fitness fanatics, and weekend wanderers.

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The 8th Annual Kyle Turris Capital City Condors Golf Classic The annual fundraising tournament returned to the Marshes Golf Club in support of local ice hockey teams.

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Photo: Boldt Castle, a summer destination in the heart of the Thousand Islands

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Alexisonfire One of the most successful indie bands out of Canada is set to perform in Ottawa on July 12th.

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Tim Hicks Catching up with CMA Ontario’s Male Artist of the Year on all things music and summer.

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Dominique Davis The Redblack’s starting quarterback is a key part in the team’s successful start to the season as they look to defend their East Division champion title.

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In Season Good things grow in Ontario, and you can find these tasty fruits & vegetables at your local market this summer.

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Camping Hacks 8 easy tips to make your trip into the woods a breeze.

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A collection of Canadian art from over 40 famous Canadian painters.

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Cottage Country 5 beautiful lakes near Ottawa to check out when you want to escape the city this summer.

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Expert Panel We’ve curated advice from Ottawa’s foremost professionals over a wide range of topics.

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Tips from a Trainer: Wake Up and Workout! Moves to Start Your Day.

The Family Pet: What Happens to Fido in a Separation?

Try out these simple, equipment-free workouts.

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The beloved family pet is often viewed by its owners as being a member of the family; a loyal, loving companion that greets you at the door when you arrive home. But when a couple separates, what happens to poor Fido? Page 69

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Inflation: The Silent Villain That Costs Dearly Over Time.

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JULY Music

04 OTTAWA BLUESFEST This multi-staged music festival features over 220 performances over two weekends in the heart of the city at Lebreton Flats. Headlining acts include The Killers, Eric Church, Backstreet Boys, and Kygo. July 4th - 14th.

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Calling all shoppers! Looking for that unique item for your home or the perfect gift for the person that has everything? This free monthly market features a variety of vendors who offer handmade, antique and vintage goods in which you are sure to find some hidden treasures on July 6th.

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Get foamy, muddy and wet on July 10th with 22 obstacles on this 5 kilometre stretch. The course includes the world’s largest inflatable waterslide, slip and slides, hurdles, lily pads, and it’s combined with 2.5 million cubic feet of foam pumped out across the race. The event is fun for the whole family with a live DJ and vendor village.

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28 NATIONAL CAPITAL CAR SHOW

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Head to Sparks Street to check out stone carvers from Canada, the US and Europe as they show off their creativity and skill.

You can walk through to check out the amazing work, speak with the carvers and have a chance to bid on the beautiful pieces.

July 19th - 21st.

Calling all car lovers; hundreds of trucks, tuners, modern muscle & classics will take over the Wesley Clover Parks grounds along with contests, vendors, live music, and activities for kids for one day only on July 28th at Wesley Clover Parks.

KEMPTVILLE LIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy performers such as David Wilcox, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, April Wine and Kim Mitchell along with vendors from Sweetlegs, Moose Creek Co and Forever Leather. July 18th – 21st.

HOPE VOLLEYBALL SUMMERFEST HOPE Volleyball is North America’s largest outdoor beach volleyball tournament. to raise funds for community-based charities in Ottawa at Mooney’s Bay, July 13th.

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ALMONTE CELTFEST In the natural amphitheater in Gemmill Park in Almonte, take the family up for a day of fun experiencing different historic Celtic traditions with local performers.

July 5th - 7th

OTTAWA EQUESTRIAN TOURNAMENTS July 10th – 14th and 16th – 21st

NORTHERN LIGHTS AT PARLIAMENT HILL A great way to enjoy the beauty of Parliament Hill! This free sound and light show is cast on the front of Parliament, featuring an original musical score, and a narration of Canadian stories and history. Runs July 9th to September 8th.

Head over to Wesley Clover Park to experience Canadian and International competitors in hunter and jumper competition. This is a great opportunity to see a different sport in the Capital and see what show jumping is all about.

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL ALEGRIA

The circus tent returns to the Zibi site on Albert Island, bringing costumes, choreography and amazing feats to entertain audiences with a joyful spirit. The iconic show has been reinterpreted “in a new light” to once again share its timeless story.

JAWS: MOVIE ON WATER Interactive Flick presents Movie On The Water! A fun movie night where you can float on the lake, canoe, paddleboard, eat food, and hang out with friends at Calabogie Peaks Resort.

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OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL BUSKERFEST World-class performers take over Sparks Street, with clowns, jugglers, magicians and acrobats, bringing years of training in blood, sweat, and smiles to amaze audiences of all ages. Highlights include burlesque, the fire show, and the grand finale full of collaborations and crazy surprises.

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SUPERLEAGUE TRIATHLON August 3rd – 4th Cheer on 50 of the world’s best professional triathletes as they race through Ottawa and swim the Rideau Canal! When you are done cheering, take a break in the Fan Zone for some entertainment and gourmet food and drinks.

ART IN STRACTHCONA PARK August 10th New and established artists alike come together in the park to sell their art, in which all proceeds will go to MICA to raise awareness about mental illness.

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CASINO DU LAC-LEAMY SOUND OF LIGHT The colorful performances of light displays and musical entertainment return to Ottawa/Gatineau’s sky as five international teams compete for the title. Enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience with multicultural dances, local singing talent, street performers, food trucks, and pyromusical circuits in the backyard of the Canadian Museum of History.

CAPITAL RIBFEST August 2nd – 5th

PETRIE SUMMER SMASH

August 17th A charity beach volleyball tournament where you can enjoy the summer, sun, sand, volleyball, live entertainment, and a few cold brews. Proceeds will be used to build fully accessible beaches so children with disabilities can interact and play with able bodied children as equals.

Capital Ribfest will bring together 6 top ribbers at City Hall for a weekend of sampling, demonstrations, live entertainment and more. Sample your favourites or stop by the Kid Zone, where there will be bouncy castles and a rock climbing wall for your kids to enjoy.

02 PERTH GARLIC FESTIVAL

Calling all garlic lovers and foodies alike! Head to the garlic festival to experience over 75 artisans, garlic and food vendors, watch cooking demos, join in on liquor, beer and wine tasting, and enjoy some live entertainment on August 10th.

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SPORTS National Capital Regatta July 12th - 14th Britannia Yacht Club

Spurs & Sparkles

National Capital Charity Classic August 16th Stonebridge Golf Club

Ottawa REDBLACKS Summer Home Games

This event combines the exceptional company of Ottawa’s equestrian community and athletes, with incredible prizes, local craft brews and delectable food.

Guests will be entertained with the oneof-a-kind Get Up & Gallop obstacle course, and all proceeds benefit the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.

July 15th at Wesley Clover Parks

July 5th July 13th July 25th @ TD Place

Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival

Ottawa Senators

June 20th - 23rd @ Mooney’s Bay Charity Classic September 10th

Lumière Charity Gala

Marshes Golf Club

Smash-iT for Cancer Ping Pong Tournament September 5th @ Brookstreet

An evening of live music, 10 themed food stations, beer and wine pairings, raffles, live and silent auctions, with a fireworks display over the golf course. Proceeds benefit the Ottawa Senators Foundation and The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.

September 10th at Brookstreet Hotel

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Here’s where to find the best fairs in the National Capital Region.

STEWART PARK FESTIVAL

July 19th

Head to Perth with the whole family to enjoy live music, workshops and a marketplace, along with a kids zone to keep the littles busy.

ALMONTE FAIR

July 19th – 21st

In its 160th year, the Almonte Fair has something for the entire family from crafts, photography, horticulture, culinary and a kid’s section. Spend the day on rides, playing games, and seeing pet shows.

GLENGARY HIGHLAND GAMES August 2nd - 3rd A day of all things Scotland! Since 1948 this festival has grown each year and celebrates Scottish history. Come experience Scottish dance, music, food, sports and pageantry for a day of fun for the entire family.

NAVAN FAIR August 8th - 11th Do you love country music? Head out to the Navan Fair to catch Meghan Patrick and The Washboard Union!

SHAWVILLE FAIR

August 29th – September 2nd They say they are the valley’s most family friendly fair – so why not take the entire family? Enjoy a day full of petting zoos, poultry, truck and tractor pulls, and a demolition derby.

CARP FAIR

September 26th - 29th Enjoy a fun filled day in the country at the “Best Little Fair in Canada”, the Carp Fair. With great music, great shows, and a huge midway… you’ll find something for the entire family!

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SMITH

By Steve Warne Photography by Mathieu Brunet

When NHL head coaching prospects think of their dream job, the last place Ottawa Senators don’t immediately spring to mind, but D.J. Smith is

exactly where he wants to be. Smith has arrived

Smith was a bruising, point-per-game de-

in Ottawa, brimming with optimism, energy, and

fenceman with his hometown Windsor Spitfires.

excitement to burn. The 42-year-old Windsor,

That caught the eye of the New York Islanders,

Ontario native became the 13th man to take the

who drafted him in the second round in 1995.

Sens’ head coaching reigns on May 23rd. The task

Smith appeared in 45 NHL games between the

of turning the Senators around may seem like a tall

Toronto Maple Leafs and Colorado Avalanche.

one, but Smith knows a thing or two about difficult

He spent most of his pro career in the American

jobs.

Hockey League from 1997-2004, most of it with

“My grandfather owned a construction compa-

the St. John’s Maple Leafs, where he piled up

ny,” recalls Smith. “I was the stop/slow sign guy

908 penalty minutes in five seasons there. Only

at a job site and I stood there for like ten hours

42, Smith could fairly be classified for this sea-

straight. Stop, slow. Stop, slow. The flagman,

son as one of the toughest guys on the Senators’

they called it. That was, by far, my worst job ever.

bench, even in a jacket and tie.

I called my grandfather at the end of the night and

After his playing career, Smith circled back

said, ‘I’ll do anything, dig ditches, I never ever

home, becoming an OHL assistant coach in

want to do that again.’ For a person like me, that

Windsor in 2005. He remained there until 2012,

likes to stay on the move, it was absolutely a killer.

but not before winning two OHL championships

Eventually, when I was playing in the OHL, I made

and two Memorial Cup titles. Smith moved on

my way up to work the backhoe. I’d work until

to become head coach of the Oshawa Generals,

noon and then go to hockey practice at 3 o’clock.”

where he was named the OHL’s coach of the

Smith has carried that perspective and hard work

year in 2013-14 then won another Memorial Cup

with him throughout his coaching career. Never

the season after. That impressed everyone in

again, as he did on the construction site, will he

hockey, including new Leafs’ head coach Mike

direct someone to slow down.

Babcock. Babcock hired him as an assistant in 2015, handing him the club’s defensive reins.

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Last year, the NHL Players’ Association

I can’t be any more excited. I’ve waited a

Well, Pierre was very honest with me

conducted its annual player poll and Smith

long time for this and I’m ready.

throughout the process. He said, “I’m not

was voted the NHL assistant coach most

going to lie to you. I’m going to interview

deserving of an NHL head coaching job.

How would you describe yourself as a

a couple more people.” So I was aware of

That certainly speaks to Smith’s ability

hockey coach?

the process the whole time. What I want-

to relate to his players. “He’s a lot of fun.

He uses humour as a teaching tool,” said former Leafs’ defenceman Connor Carrick, in an interview with TSN. “He usually has a way of saying things that get through to the player. And I think he does a good job of sorting out how to coach each individual. He’s got a great background knowledge for the game and a personality that would certainly suit a head coach if given the opportunity.”

In Ottawa, that opportunity has finally arrived.

How would you describe your emotions, realizing your dream of becoming an NHL head coach?

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I’m a guy that’s going to hold the players accountable. I’m a guy that’s gonna make the guys work hard. I’m a guy that… people will know that I’m intense, but I’m also going to be a player’s guy in a way that they’re going to know I trust them, but they’re also going to have to do it a certain way. Players don’t need a friend. They need a coach, but they also sometimes need a pat on the back. And I’ll be there to do that. We’re going to grow as a group. I get to know people first, I coach them second, and I found that with that recipe, you tend to have a little more success.

How did you get the job? Why do you think you and GM Pierre Dorion hit it off?

ed to get across was that I knew this team better than anyone else. I’ve watched them throughout the year. But when our season ended in Toronto, I was able to get a jump on these guys and get watching video of their games, even before I found out that I was going to interview. I wanted them to know that I knew this team, but also how passionate I was about making young players better. The opportunity that lies ahead of me, taking over a team that finished 31st in the National Hockey League, excited me so much.

As you watched video of the Ottawa Senators’ games from this past season, were you able to diagnose some of the things that were going wrong for this team?

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I went through quite a bit of analytics to see what the numbers said to start with.

So I kinda knew what I was looking for.

Then, as you’re going through the games, you’re seeing (the issues). There were a lot of those things backed up, whether it be some things on their penalty kill or whether it be their forecheck or their ozone structure, whatever it may be, and I was just marking them one after another.

And then you put them all together, go back and watch them and you say to yourself, you know, these are some things that are easily fixable. These aren’t talent-related issues. This is a work ethic or this is a structure and these are things that I believe I can implement immediately. So I see a chance for us to improve immediately. You know, talent and development of players are going to come with time, but a lack of structure will be unacceptable.

When you look at this roster, maybe a word on what you like about it, and how close is it to being a DJ Smith type of a team?

Well, I’m going to have to get to know the guys. I mean, I know the guys via tape.

I don’t know their personalities. I don’t know how hard they can be pushed yet. I don’t know which guys are going to find another gear when the going gets tough.

Those are the guys that I want. Those are the guys that are ultimately going to be the guys that stick around. They’re the guys that can push through some adversity or aren’t going to go away in tough times, and willing to play hard, tough hockey. That doesn’t mean a hit or a fight.

It means being able to hold on to pucks, go to the net, be willing to get crosschecked, be willing to keep guys off the goalie.

These are things that are going to check the boxes so we end up being the St. Louis Blues and the Boston Bruins that are playing for the Stanley Cup.

In 2016, before they hired Guy Boucher, the Sens had asked Toronto for permission to speak with you about their head coaching vacancy. The Leafs refused. What was your reaction to being blocked for a head coaching job?

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Well, I was ecstatic they asked, but I can say knowing what I know now, I wasn’t ready. I would’ve thought I was ready.

I needed the four years to coach in the National Hockey League and see what the League was about. One of my greatest mentors is Lou Lamoriello. Lou said, ‘You’re going to be ready in time. You’re just not ready yet.’ I trusted his advice and he’s never steered me wrong.

Is there any difference communicating with players in the NHL versus communicating with players in the OHL? I think ultimately if you treat people well and you give them trust, I believe they’re going to give some back to you. So I’d say junior is probably a little bit easier because they’re striving to get to this level. But it guys that are at this level, they don’t want to just be here. The good guys, anyway.

They always want to be better and then the middle guys want to be the top dogs, and the top dogs want to be the best in the league. So my job is to push whoever that person is to be one notch better. And if I can get 10 or 20 percent more out of guys throughout our lineup, this team’s going to be better, sooner rather than later.

Going from OHL head coach where you’re running the show, to an assistant at the next level up. Is that a difficult transition?

You know what? It was. It was difficult for me. I’ve been the assistant coach before, but certainly being a head coach, you get to live and die by your own sword.

It was a bit of a transition but it’s something that I needed to do. I needed to learn the league, I needed to learn, you know, the ins and outs of how to treat people in the NHL, how the cities work, how everything works. I don’t think you can run a franchise and be the head coach and the face of the group if you don’t know how everything works. And those four years (as an NHL assistant) provided that for me.

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Defensive zone coverage has been an

we went from dead last to two Memorial

around the rink. So, first, you want to find

ongoing trouble spot for this team. Do

Cups. In Oshawa, we went from being low

a partner for each guy and guys that can

you think being a former NHL defence-

in the standings to winning the Memo-

be reliable with them to create a nice mix.

man yourself maybe gives you a leg up on

rial Cup. Toronto was dead last to where

But it’s a great starting point.

some others?

they are today. So I’ve been a part of three

Well, I can tell you that as a head coach in Oshawa…and I know what people say, ‘It’s the OHL.” But the OHL is a mini-NHL and

transitions. I know the mentality and the hard work that has to go into it, but I have no doubt in my mind we can do that here.

I think our 156 goals against in Oshawa is

Tell us about life in Windsor.

That’s where I was born and raised, lived my entire life there. I actually grew up in River Canard, which is a small French

the lowest in the last 10 years or so in the

In Toronto, there was no captain and

community outside of Windsor. I moved

OHL. It comes with a mindset, certainly.

there was lots of discussion about it.

to Tecumseh, on the other side of Windsor

You have to have people pay the price and

Same thing in Ottawa. How important

when I was 14, 15-years-old and that’s

it comes in practice. You have to learn

is a captain and what’s your timeline for

where I live today. When the season’s

to play in your own zone but, in saying

putting one in place?

over, I go back there. There’s a lot of

that, if you can play in the offensive zone longer, you can track pucks harder. You don’t have to play in your own zone. So certainly, as a defenceman, I’m going to teach our defencemen to face the puck.

I’m going to teach the centres how to play low in their zone. We’re going to have a five-man mentality. But what I would

In due time, that certainly will happen and that’ll be a decision between, me, Pierre and Eugene (Melnyk). Ultimately, that person has to prove themselves and they have to earn that right to be the captain.

The team’s going to need someone to lead them. But you also don’t want to put a

hockey players that hang out there. We all play golf, we all kind of hang around and we get great pro skate going in August. So it’s a great place to live and raise a family.

Besides golf, what do you do with your spare time to get away from hockey?

young guy in a position where he has to

You know what? I fell in love with Crossfit

answer all the questions every single day.

a couple of years ago. My wife got into

You know, while we’re on this journey, I’d

it and then got me into it. So we’re into

rather be the guy to do that and maybe a

a Crossfit community back home. We’re

couple of older guys as assistant captains

there five, six days a week. I’m ul-

can handle that early. And then when it’s

tra-competitive, so I found that compet-

time for them to take over, they’re ready.

ing against people for the first time, I got

You know what, he’s intense. He’s an

You don’t want to stunt their growth

kind of addicted. I still get an opportunity

honest man, in his effort every day, the

with too much pressure early. So I’ll do

to compete for five days a week and in

way he works. He’s just a tireless grinder

everything I can to take that pressure off.

whatever their workout may be. So we do

that wants to be to the utmost prepared.

But we’ll find our captain in time.

that. I visit buddies’ houses. I’m on the

like to do is play more offense, track more pucks so we don’t have to spend as much time in our zone.

What was it like working with Mike Babcock?

So, for me, it was imperative that I go through that process, especially to prepare me for an interview, to be prepared, to all of the things that you have to do to be a head coach. Had I not done that, I’m not so sure I’d have been as prepared for

move at all times. I’m not the type of guy You have some great young puck movers on defense. Are you excited about getting a hold of those guys and teaching them to

that’s laying on a couch or sitting around.

Some people call that relaxing. My relaxing is being on the move.

be well-rounded defensemen?

Well, 100%. If you’re going to win, you

What can you tell us about family?

have to play defense. So you can’t just be

My wife, Christie - we’ve been togeth-

racing around all over the ice. The hardest

er 13, 14 years now. We met in Windsor.

part is to find guys that can move pucks

She was a golfer, she went away on a golf

and skate. So they’ve got that. Now they

scholarship so now it’s really competi-

have to learn to play defense. If you look

tive when we play. I have a 15-year-old

at a guy like Scott Niedermayer when he

son that plays AAA hockey back home.

Not for one second. I guess I always look

was young and some of the troubles they

His name’s Colton. He’ll be up for the

at the glass half full rather than half emp-

went through. They had to dial him back

OHL draft this year and we’ll see if he’s

ty. And I always think that if you go there

a little bit and Scott was a better player.

good enough to get drafted. And then

and you treat people right, it’ll change.

So he got 20 fewer points, but the team

Christie and I have a three-year-old boy

It’ll change for the better. Some people

was winning and that reminds me of

who absolutely loves his older brother

don’t believe that theory. But I believe

these guys. So maybe they’re going to get

and dada more than anything. We’re just

I’m here now, that’s in the past. We can

a few last points here and there, but the

transitioning him into an Ottawa fan after

put that behind us. The best is ahead of us.

team’s going to win and they’re going to

coaxing him into Toronto.

So I’ve seen that. When I went to Windsor,

learn to play in all situations, not just race

that interview.

Did any of the Ottawa Senators’ wellknown problems, on and off the ice, give you pause for thought when you were considering this job?

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NHL game as a head coach will compare to your first NHL game as a player?

Well, I say this to players all the time. Coaching is way harder and playing. When you’re coaching, you’re responsible for 20 guys. When you’re a player, you’re responsible for you. So there’s probably a lot more

If you could sit down with an Ottawa hockey fan who hasn’t decided if he

nerves as a coach than a player.

wants to buy tickets this season. What would you tell them about what they

But I’ve been doing this for the

can expect over the next three years with DJ Smith as head coach?

last 16 years and I’ve been in

It’s easy for me to say, “Trust me.” You don’t know me. No one’s going to

hockey my whole life, so I’m

trust someone they don’t know. What I would say is, go back and look at my

never more calm than when I’m

prior work and how I’ve done everything in my career to try and make other

standing on the bench or when

people better. It’s not about me. It’s about making a group better. And I be-

I’m playing. I’m in my perfect

lieve I’ve successfully done that in every place that I’ve gone. I’m going to do

place. So you know, there’ll be

that here. Trust the process. It’s not going to be a quick fix, but we’re going to

some nerves before, but at the

do this thing right. And I didn’t come here to give a bunch of slogans and say

end of the day, it’s just another

a bunch of things so that people come in and watch us for a week or a month

hockey game and something I

and say, “Oh, he’s done a good job.” I’m here to try and turn this franchise

can’t wait to do.

around. I believe that and I’m going to get these kids to follow.

Let’s find out about some of your favourite things. A favourite movie?

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Favourite TV show?

Tell us about your Dad.

I don’t watch a ton of TV anymore. You know what? This

My Dad’s name was Dennis. They call me DJ. I’m Dennis.

is going to shock people. When I played, I watched Days of

Dennis Joseph. He was Dennis Warren. He passed away at

Our Lives every day. 1-2pm for 20 years.

60 of leukemia, but he had an unbelievable personality.

The one-liners! People in Windsor still talk about them. So

Favourite Food?

Italian. There’s a great Italian bakery back home in Windsor. I found one in Toronto too.

I’ve taken a lot of his personality.

What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given?

In hockey, I go back to Lou Lamoriello. It’s the way you

Last book you read?

Bob Probert’s biography. It was outstanding. You know what? Bob Probert had a very interesting, hard life. Every kid in Windsor grew up watching Bob being the toughest guy in the NHL and, and you know, he went through some trials and tribulations off the ice, but it was very interesting.

Your first car and your best memory associated with it?

Well, my first car, it was my Dad’s pickup truck. They own a construction company and it was a pickup truck that was just sitting out back that no one used. I had the ability to use it. After that, it was a green Neon that took a lot of abuse. One of those things I didn’t tell anyone was the brakes were gone. Eventually, my stepfather came to me and said, you know, the brakes are gone. I kind of figured that. They’d been squeaking for six weeks, but as a young kid, you just don’t have time to stop.

Favourite memory of your childhood?

You know what? It’s probably baseball. I just liked to compete so much. When I played baseball, we competed and tried to get to the little league world series. I never

treat people. You don’t realize it when you’re young and you kind of just do whatever you have to do to get by. And as you get a little older you realize respect is a big part of it. You know, taking care of each other in the hockey world is part of it. You want to be competitive, but also you have to be respectful. And Lou Lamoriello did it, did all those things for me, made sure you always were dressed the right way, made sure you shaved every day. Meanwhile, in junior hockey, you went with the flow and it was invaluable to work under a man like that.

You’re taking over a team that’s had a couple of tough years here. How do you handle social media criticism?

So many people say that they don’t read it, but they do. I really don’t. I don’t have Twitter. I’ll check the highlights or whatever. I don’t read the criticism. Even if I did, I believe in myself enough to just keep doing what I’m doing.

And in a Canadian market, the fans are so passionate. They just want their team to win and I get it. So there’s no time to be filtering all the negativity. You’ve just got to keep pushing on.

What energizes DJ Smith and what drains DJ Smith?

got anywhere close to that. But people would come out, to

Energized? It’s just life. Getting up every day and being

Optimist Park in Windsor. They’d chalk up the lines and

able to do something important. I don’t look at hockey as a

get the microphones out. All the best teams in town would

job. I’m the luckiest person in the world to be able to make

compete to try and get to Provincials and then Nationals.

a living doing the one thing that I absolutely love and the

So every year in August, you’d get prepped up and just

opportunity to make kids better that maybe wouldn’t have

that thought of maybe one day having the chance to go to

had a chance if you didn’t push them over the edge. So the

Williamsport, Pennsylvania as a kid and stand in there and

opportunity to get up every day and teach people and do

play, starting from Windsor, Ontario, thinking the big pic-

something you love, absolutely energizes me. On the other

ture, the rush was unbelievable. I mean, I never got there

hand, negative people are an absolute drainer for me. I

but it’s kind of carried with me in hockey.

spot them like the colour red on a wall. I can see a guy or a woman that just looks on the negative side of everything.

Besides yourself, who is most responsible for helping you get here?

Well, I got to say it’s my parents for sure. My Mom and Dad. My Dad, who’s passed away, drove me everywhere.

Just endless dedication between both of them to take me to tournaments to when the going got tough as a coach and they weren’t paying you very much at the start. You know, watching your kids so you could coach and do things. The

And life’s too short. I’m only 42-years-old and I remember like it was yesterday being eight. Before you know it, I’m going to be 65. So I’m not going to waste another day of my life worrying about what goes bad.

Positivity, perspective and hard work - three key attributes needed to be successful in any new job, and especially crucial when you’ve just accepted one of the most challenging positions in the NHL.

endless amount of time that your family puts in and sticks with you and cheers for whatever team you’re coaching. So I’d have to say, my parents.

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WE THE NORTH The Toronto Raptors’ 2019 NBA Championship win wasn’t just a statement of intent for Canadian teams in the sport – it could also have a huge impact on the wider state of basketball for seasons to come.

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port is, has, and always will be an arena in which tribal loyalties play a huge factor. Was the most surprising element of the Toronto Raptors’ NBA Championship win, then, that despite their supposed status as an ‘outsider’, the Raptors were the preferred victors for every state bar California, Nevada and Hawaii?

Or that 10% more Canadian men and 3% more Canadian women would have taken watching the climax of the basketball season over the Stanley Cup? In many ways, the Raptors win was a tour de force in sporting globalism – not just limited to North America. No matter where you are from - what country, race, religion - we came together in support of this team. We celebrated the victories together, and we mourned the losses together.

“The Raptors’ roster,” wrote basketball legend Karem Abdul Jabbar in the aftermath of the team’s win over the Golden State Warriors. “Includes Serge Ibaka (Congo and Spain), Pascal Siakam (Cameroon), Marc Gasol (Spain), and OG Anunoby (born in London to Nigerian parents).”

This win was a huge boost for Toronto basketball fans, whose last major sporting triumph came in 1993 courtesy of a Blue Jays World Series. All of Canada joined in on the excitement as fans across the country couldn’t help but

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love seeing our team go from plucky underdogs to world beaters.

Perhaps it was this spirit that allowed us the freedom to take risks like the dismissal of former Coach of the Year Dwane Casey for unproven assistant Nick Nurse. Or the blockbuster trade that saw Raptors devotee DeMar DeRozan shifted out to San Antonio as a makeweight in the deal to bring Kawhi Leonard north of the border.

Controversial decisions at the time, both proved crucial to the Raptors’ eventual success – would an established American team have had the chutzpah necessary to make such bold calls?

“Just being able to win this championship this year is just something special for me because you know how last year everybody was looking at me, and I stayed true to myself, and I had a great support system,” Leonard said. “And once I got here to Toronto, they understood everything and kept moving from there.”

TORONTO, CANADA - JUNE 13: Toronto Raptors fans gather during Game Six of the NBA Finals between the Toronto Raptors and the Golden State Warriors at “Jurassic Park” on June 13, 2019 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.

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OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 13: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors celebrates his teams win over the Golden State Warriors in Game Six to win the 2019 NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 13, 2019 in Oakland, California.

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or all of the excitement generated by Leonard on the court, away from the sport the 27-year-old remains a deeply private individual, eschewing social media entirely.

Having been called in turns both “selfless” and “understated” in spite of his prodigious talent, he and the Raptors, and, in former GM Glen Grunwald’s words, the “Canadian humility” they showed in their journey to the final, was a match made in heaven.

That being said, it could well be a short one. At the time of print, Leonard’s future is the biggest question mark in the NBA, and while President Masai Ujiri appears something close to confident that their star player will stay – “I said we have to be ourselves, and we were ourselves for the whole year. I think he saw that. I think we built a trust there” – the 6’ 7” small forward’s decision could also have a significant impact on the futures of end-of-contract teammates Danny Green and Marc Gasol.

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If it’s enough it’ll be enough and if it’s not then it’s not,” said Raptors guard Fred VanVleet on the ongoing saga surrounding Leonard’s future in Toronto. “We would love for him to be back. If he’s not, then we’ll move on…He did what he was supposed to do. He brought this city a championship and I think he’s earned the freedom to do what he wants.”

Leonard’s draft could also have a big part to play in this year’s off-season, too. Whatever the manner of DeRozan’s departure, in becoming the third person to win MVP in the finals with two different teams, walking in the considerable footsteps of LeBron James and Karem Abdul Jabbar, Leonard proved that a ballsy play for a big-time name in less than ideal condition can reap huge reward.

Smaller teams hoping to make an impact at the top can look to the Leonard trade, and while opportunities in the shape of players of Leonard’s calibre are seldom available, Toronto’s gamble could change the state of how lesser teams do business for years to come.

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And for those still surprised at how Canada’s team could change the landscape of the NBA in such a short time, it would be apt to remember that it was Ontario native James Naismith who first invented basketball in the late 1800s. Whatever the outcome of Leonard’s contract negotiations, it has, in the words of Nick Nurse, been “a heck of 12 months.”

Though Ottawa and Toronto sports fans typically butt heads, we all came together for the Raptors to watch this historic rise. Even more, this brought Canada together, and this Canada Day, we had that to celebrate. Thanks for one hell of a season, Raptors.

TORONTO, ON - JUNE 17: Malcolm Miller #13, Jodie Meeks #20 and Serge Ibaka #9 of the Toronto Raptors look on from their bus during the Toronto Raptors Victory Parade on June 17, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. The Toronto Raptors beat the Golden State Warriors 4-2 to win the 2019 NBA Finals.

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Charleston Lake Provincial Park If you like to get out and enjoy the summer weather

Muse Restaurant and the MacLaren Falls For those who like to sit and enjoy all that nature has to offer, take a short drive up to Wakefield for dinner at Muse Restaurant within the Wakefield Mill. Here you can enjoy an elegant dinner while overlooking the MacLaren Falls from a glassed-in solarium. You can even stay the weekend in the Mill and enjoy the spa for a picturesque weekend getaway.

in nature, Charleston Lake is a must visit destination this summer. Take a trip with the family for stunning hiking trails, quaint beaches, fishing, and backcountry camping. An extension of the Canadian Shield, this is a landscape you don’t want to miss.

Fort Henry and the Kingston Penitentiary If you love history, head to Kingston for the day to check out historic places such as Fort Henry, the Kingston Penitentiary, the Canadian National Railway Station, and the Kingston City Hall National Historic Site of Canada. Even just strolling through many of the scenic streets you will come across many historic houses.

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Take us back to how it all started for you in the music industry and when you first began playing.

TIM HICKS

Tim Hicks is no stranger to the music scene. He signed to his first country label in 2013, but has been playing music for over thirty years. He was in Ottawa in June to perform at the CMA Ontario Awards, and took home the title for Male Artist of the Year once again. His fourth studio album, New Tattoo, was released in 2018 and has already found a few singles on the Top Ten charts in Canada. Hicks grew up in Niagara Falls, which is still home for him, his wife, and two kids. His fans know him as the Hell Raisin’ Good Time guy, but we learned a lot more about the depth of his songwriting, and his confident ability to keep pushing the limits.

I’ve been playing in bands since I was seven years old. I took lessons, where they put kids together that were around the same skill level into a little band.

The idea was that if kids were playing together, they would want to practice more because it makes it fun. I compare it to being a hockey player; shooting on a net in your driveway is completely different from playing a game. Right from the time I was seven, music was a team sport for me and I just loved it.

I got bit by the bug really bad and I’ve played in bands ever since. I started playing in bars when I was underage; I had a whole career playing in all different sorts of gigs: tribute bands, cruise ships, wedding gigs... I was a working musician for 18 years before I ever had a song on the radio. I found that to be a unique position in this day and age. For me, it was about getting in front of people and really honing the craft to become an entertainer. I had actually given up on trying to “make it”. All those years playing in bars just prepared me for being an artist at the National level.

Canadian Music Week just wrapped and you landed an Indie Award for Video of the Year for The Worst Kind. Tell us a bit more about this extremely successful collaboration with Lindsay Ell and how it came together.

I knew I wanted Lindsay Ell on the song the day we wrote it. I wrote it with Karen Kosowski and Tori Tullier. At some point in the write, Tori started to sing it, and I thought it would be great as a duet. I thought of Lindsay Ell because we could not only sing the harmony, but do a guitar harmony like a true duet all the way through. I didn’t have anything like that on my record so it was an easy sell to my managers. We shot the video just outside of Hamilton. She’s such a wonderful person with great energy. The nomination and win was completely unexpected.

The video for What A Song Should Do just came out and it’s been soaring up the charts as well. Tell us about the inspiration behind this one.

It happened very organically. I go to Nashville to write songs because it’s hard with distractions at home. We started talking about the power of music, and right away the light bulbs were on. That one just sort of happened. I remember saying “I think this was the best song I’ve ever written from a composition point of view”. For it to be a single is really cool. It recently just became my 13th Top Ten hit in Canada.

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Your New Tattoo album released in 2018 was entirely co-written by you, and was nominated for country album of the year at the JUNOs. What do you like most about the song writing process, and then getting to bring that energy on stage to perform it for your fans?

It’s a bizarre dichotomy. They’re separate; writing songs and performing, but for me, I’m always thinking about how this song will fit with my show. It’s something I have to consider right from the beginning. Managers would say we have to choose songs that are consistent with my brand, but for me, I also want to push the limits and go down different roads that I haven’t gone down before. Yes, I’m the Hell Raisin’ Good Time guy and I sing about Stronger Beer; but, I do like singing songs like Throw A Ball, which is about how my dad and I used to play catch, and now my son and I do. It’s about how wonderful it is to come full circle. I love that about songwriting...it can take you to a place you don’t get to normally go. It’s exciting when I get to do something different.

With a song like She Don’t Drink Whiskey Anymore, there was a huge discussion about, “Can Tim Hicks sing a song like that?” I want to stretch my wings a bit as a vocalist and show people I’m not just a one trick pony. When it came to this album, I wanted to go down a few new roads and see how that ties into the live shows.

LOUD was licensed by the NHL in North America, and was the #1 most added song at Canadian radio in its first week of release. What does it mean to you to reach such success with the first single off that album?

Prior to it coming out, I was second guessing myself. I didn’t know if it moved the dial. In retrospect, it was the perfect song to put out. We called our tour the GET LOUD tour. Any time you get a song on the radio, that is a huge win.

To see a song come out of the gate and do so well—and for instance, come on the TV during the hockey game—for a kid from Niagara Falls, that is so exciting. That’s what you want when you release the first single from a record. I’m a strange mix of overconfidence and insecurity when I release music. I dig it, so I want my fans to as well.

You just came off a busy winter of shows with your national headlining GET LOUD tour, and now coming in to summer you’re headed back on the road including stops at the Calgary Stampede and Boots & Hearts again. How are these festival performances different than doing shows in arenas, and which do you prefer?

They’re all different. I like them all for different reasons. It’s kind of like driving different cars. Outdoor festivals are such a good time in the summer. At shows like Boots & Hearts, when you look out and see a sea of people singing along, it’s a great vibe. But I also love small clubs where you can reach out and touch people and look them in the eye. Arenas are somewhere in between. I never thought as a kid I would be rolling across the country, town after town, playing at arenas. It’s a dream come true. The core of my band has been the same for years, so to get to share that with these guys is amazing. Going from playing at Crazy Horse in Kanata to the Canadian Tire Centre was a big deal for us. It’s wonderful. To look across the stage and see the same guys that have been here all along is very special.

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Yes. We do it every time. About half an hour before show time, my tour manager kicks everyone out of our room so we can sing a few songs, get focused, and we always do a shot of tequila before we go on.

Your family still lives in Niagara where you grew up. What’s the best thing about being a Dad for you?

I think just those smiling faces. It’s a hard thing to describe. Prior to being a parent, everyone wants to give you advice. They always say it’s the hardest thing but the greatest thing. You never understand until you do it. It’s so hard to be away from them. My favourite is when I come home after being away for a period of time and they come running to hug me.

You were here in Ottawa for the CMA Ontario Awards in June. What’s your favourite part about visiting the Nation’s Capital? Anywhere you always like to go?

We always stop at the Crazy Horse. It reminds me of those times when we were playing there and how great it was. I look back on that time of my career with such nostalgia, and I am thankful I was able to do what I love. I love the Byward Market and grabbing a pint down there, especially in the summertime. I’ve been coming to Ottawa for years so it almost feels like home for me.

You mentioned that you’ve been writing in Nashville recently...what’s next for you?

I’ll probably be in the studio in the fall, and there’s plans on the books to release new music. Once we get our ducks in a row and pick which songs we’re gonna do, then everyone will know cause we’ll be yelling it from the rooftops. @timhicksmusic

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Food tastes better when it’s local and in-season. July/August are peak times for some tasty fruits and vegetables from across our province. Here are some foods to look for in your grocery store to get the best of what Ontario produce has to offer.

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Blueberries

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Loaded with antioxidants, blueberries are a great treat on their own or in a shake. Mix them with plain yogurt and local honey for a tasty, healthy treat.

Peaches

Niagara is now known as Ontario’s best wine region.

But before wine there were peaches. Pick up some juicy peaches while they’re at their best.

Strawberries

Red inside and out, strawberries are at their best during July and August. Great for smoothies and a real crowd pleaser at backyard BBQs.

Raspberries

Tart and tasty, raspberries have ketones in them that may help with weight loss. Of course, if you add them to a pie it kind of defeats the purpose. But you deserve it.

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Vitamin C, folate, calcium and fibre can all be found in broccoli. Try a broccoli salad mixed with cider vinegar, mayo, dried fruit and sunflower seeds to shake things up.

Carrots

Known to help keep your eyes bright (beta carotene), carrots are a simple and easy snack to take on the go. Cut them up and put them in a travel container for the office, gym or on the road.

Tomatoes

The backbone of Italian cooking actually comes from South America. But who cares where it comes from!

Enjoy them in a sauce, salad or sliced on their own.

Peppers

Loaded with B vitamins and antioxidants, peppers are a crunchy and nutritious snack option. Boil them, stuff them with cooked and spiced ground beef and sprinkle with cheese for a tasty meal.

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COTTAGE COUNTRY Cool off this summer with a trip out of the city. What’s better than leaving work on Friday and heading to a beautiful lake to soak up the sun with some good friends? We lined up 5 of the best places near Ottawa to unwind this season and give you ultimate summer vibes.

Calabogie Lake You may have heard of this tiny village for its popular ski hill, but it is a favourite vacay spot for city slickers even in the warmer months.

There’s a few great beaches, fishing holes, hiking trails, cabins for rent, and not to mention, a huge lake perfect for water sports.

Calabogie is just over an hour away and has a brewery and 5km race track, so you definitely won’t be bored.

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Lac du Poisson Blanc

Constance Bay

Big Rideau

This hidden gem is home to beautiful islands scattered around the huge Poisson Blanc reservoir. You and your friends can book a completely isolated campsite only accessible by boat.

Talk about an escape, and it’s only an hour and a half away. Rent canoes, kayaks and paddleboards, and enjoy a picnic or swim without any close neighbours.

If you’re looking for a place to put your boat in for a fun day of adventures, check out the Ottawa River just west of Kanata. This shallow beach is a favourite for lots of sunshine seekers. A quick search will give you many options for cottages of all sizes, with rustic charm and small town feel.

The Rideau Lakes stretch for miles and miles, with amazing fishing spots and beautiful cottage rentals. Not to worry if you don’t have a boat, as tons of local shops rent out seadoos, pontoons, tubes, water skis, and speed boats. Take a road trip only a few hours away to break free from the cityscape and experience true cottage country.

Haliburton Lake This little town is the perfect place for sunbathing and enjoying the warm weather with tons of great waterfront campsites. It’s just a three hour drive out of the nation’s capital in Haliburton County, and the sandy beach has tons of space to play catch or read a good book so it’s perfect for the whole family.

Dive in & spend quality time off the grid this summer

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Cody Ceci was drafted by his hometown team in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. That same year, he met Jamie Thompson on a summer night in Ottawa. Cody thought he might never see her again after that night, but seven years later, the pair has settled down and made a home together (alongside their two French Bulldogs, of course).

With a spring engagement in Europe, their offseason has been nothing short of exciting so far. The changes didn’t stop there. Now, they are picking up and moving cities to put on a different jersey this fall. Ottawa will always be their home, but Cody will wear blue when it comes time to hit the ice again. We caught up with the newly engaged couple to find out how the proposal happened, their plans for the wedding, and what life is like outside of the rink for the NHL defenceman, and equestrian rider.

Cody and Jamie were great additions to the Ottawa community, and always supported fundraisers and galas around the city. Regardless of the jersey he wears, Cody is a player our city should be proud to call one of our own.

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“WE’RE HAVING A BIG WEDDING WITH LOTS OF FRIENDS AND FAMILY.” First of all, congratulations on your engagement, that must be very exciting for both of you! Can you tell us a little bit about how the proposal went and where it took place?

J: We were in Venice, Italy when he proposed. The whole time we were there it was pouring rain, so Cody was having a hard time deciding if he wanted to wait for another day and see if the rain would let up or go ahead. We had dinner plans later at night, but decided to go for a drink ahead of time. As we were walking to dinner, we were crossing one of the canal bridges when he suggested getting a photo. That’s when he popped the question, and the lady we asked to take our picture got the whole thing on video!

How did the two of you first meet?

C: The first time we met was in 2012 at the Bluesfest Skrillex concert. I added her on Facebook the next day and we planned to hangout sometime.

Where did you go on your first date and how did it go?

J: Our first date was actually at my parents’ house on the river in Brockville. We realized we shared a common interest in wakeboarding, so I invited Cody down to go out on my parents boat. I guess you could say it went pretty well since we are now getting married!

What is life like for you during the summer?

J: Summer life for us mainly revolves around the cottage. We spend most of our week here in Ottawa so Cody can train for his upcoming season, and I can ride my horse. We try to do at least one trip each year after Cody’s season ends.

When you guys are having a tough season on the ice – as the Senators did last year – how important is it for you to have Jamie at home after a difficult game?

C: A tough season definitely wears on you away from the rink so I think it’s very important to have someone at home to distract you and comfort you through the tough times.

Jamie, your sister Hayley is dating Mark Stone, who was traded to Las Vegas in February in a move that upset many in the city as he was so beloved by fans here. How hard was that day for you?

Or was it such a great new opportunity for them that you’re more excited for them than anything else?

J: Mark and Hayley moving to Las Vegas was definitely bittersweet. I am so incredibly happy for Mark getting the amazing opportunity to play in Vegas, but at the same time my sister moving so far away was very difficult. Cody and I are very close with them, so it was definitely a sad day.

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When Cody isn’t playing hockey, what do you guys like to do in your downtime together? Do you have any favourite places to eat around the city? Do you guys watch any shows together?

J: We like to either watch movies in the basement or go out for dinner. We have our favourite restaurants all over the city, but a stand out for us lately is Mati on Preston Street. As far as shows, we try and watch most of the popular series’ on either Netflix or Apple TV. Cody, if you weren’t a hockey player, what do you think your dream job would be?

C: If I weren’t a hockey player, I would like to be a professional golfer or Formula 1 driver, although I’m nowhere near qualified for either one of those (laughs).

Jamie, tell us about your relationship with the other Sens’ girlfriends and wives. You have all done a lot of charity work in the community; how important is your relationship with them?

J: All my relationships with the other girls are very good. We’ve always been a very close group who spend a lot of time together.

Whether it is for charity work or for our own personal enjoyment, we always have a great time.

Some of the girls have become my very close friends over the years, and I know even if the guys are not playing on the same team we that will remain friends.

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Cody, you’ve also been a big supporter of a lot of charities in Ottawa. You’ve always supported our charity events and have done a lot of work for CHEO as well. Tell us how important it is to you to give back to the community.

C: Over the years I have tried to keep as busy as possible when it comes to charity work. Whether it be a gala, golf tournament, or a simple day visit to CHEO, I think it is important to use my down time in the summer to give back to the community I grew up in.

Tell us about Zeus and Hugo, your French Bulldogs. What are their personalities? How old they are and what do you like best about them?

J: This is one of my favourite things to talk about. I could rant about my dogs all day. Zeus is 5, he is deaf, and the boss man.

He thinks he runs the house and controls Cody and I. We are just there to cater to all of his needs. Hugo is 4, and just the happiest dog you’ll ever meet.

It’s almost like he knows how to make everyone laugh and that’s his purpose in life. If you are sad, Hugo is the one that will snuggle up to you to make you feel better. They have two completely opposite personalities, so they balance each other out.

What are some places that you both want to travel to, and why?

C: We have always talked about Greece but have yet to travel there. Hopefully we can make it there one day. Maybe for our honeymoon.

Do you picture a big wedding or a destination wedding with close friends? Who is the one doing the wedding planning so far?

J: We already have a location picked out here in Ottawa, and we’re having a big wedding with lots of friends and family. We have hired a wedding planner because neither of us are very good at planning. I think when it comes to making decisions we will be doing most of it together.

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Because sunburns are never planned, here are five ways to soothe sunburnt skin that’s caught without aloe-vera at home.

Green Tea Green tea is incredibly effective at soothing skin, reducing inflammation, and fighting skin damage from UV radiation. To treat a sunburn, make a pot of green tea, let it cool, and soak a clean cloth in it to apply to your burn.

Coconut Oil Avoid peeling, curb itching and reduce redness with coconut oil, a great natural moisturizer found in most kitchens. Coconut oil should be used after you’ve cooled down the burn, when skin becomes dry.

White Vinegar White vinegar acts as an antiseptic, and can reduce pain and inflammation due to its acidic properties. To treat inflamed skin, soak some paper towels in half vinegar, half water and apply to the area. Let the paper towel dry completely. If your burn has left you itchy, try adding two cups of vinegar to a cool (not cold) bath.

Greek Yogurt Because of its high probiotic content, Greek yogurt can fight inflammation and moisturize at the same time. Apply yogurt to the area and leave for 20 minutes before rinsing off.

Cucumber Cucumbers can also help to reduce swelling, pain and redness due to their anti-inflammatory properties and are a good match for irritated skin. You can slice them or blend them to apply to the burn.

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Spider-Man: Far From Home (July 2nd) Let’s face it: Tom Holland is the best Spider-Man. Andrew Garfield was good, not great. Toby Maguire was rigid and stale. Watch Spidey take on Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal).

The Lion King (July 19th) Relive one of your favourite Disney classics reimagined as real(ish) creatures. You’ll recognize the voice of Simba (Donald Glover) and Nala (Beyoncé). You’ll also recognize the voice of Mufasa because James Earl Jones is back.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (July 26th) Quentin Tarantino rarely makes movies (this is his ninth). So when one comes out it usually causes a stir. The star-studded cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Al Pacino, Lena Dunham and more. It’s all about the Manson Family murders in the late 60s.

5 SUMMER BLOCKBUSTERS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS Summer in Ottawa means the great outdoors, backyard BBQs and patios. It also means blockbuster movies. When you need a break from the heat, just go to your local theatre to enjoy some air conditioning, popcorn and the 857th installment of a Marvel movie. Here are 5 summer blockbusters you won’t want to miss.

Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw (August 2nd) The Rock is The Rock. Do we need to say more? He pairs up with Jason Statham in this buddy cop action film, as a spin-off from the wildly popular franchise. It looks to turn up the comedy, but won’t skimp on the over the top action the series is known for.

Dora and The Lost City of Gold (August 9th) Did you grow up watching Dora? Do you have kids?

Then this is the movie for you. This gritty reboot is directed by Christopher Nolan and promises to turn the friendly cartoon into a dark drama. Kidding. It should be a fun family-friendly flick or something to help you relive your forgotten and lost youth.

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We have you (un)covered when things start to heat up outside...here’s a look at this summer’s biggest trends for every preference and budget.

1. Textured Inspired by last year’s smocked trend, designers are on full throttle with all kinds of textured materials making a debut, including metallic, velvet, ribbed, and other unique spins on the smock.

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2. Cutouts Retro-inspired one pieces with sleek little cutouts are making a splash this year.

This option is both a figure flattering and stylish addition to your summer wardrobe.

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3. Florals Year after year, floral prints make a return to bikinis adding a colourful twist to your lounge chair essentials. The main focus this year is on wallpaper florals which delivers an elegant yet light, summery feel.

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4. Animal Print Bring out your wild side with a tasteful print as designers are making zebra, leopard, and tiger prints. This proves to be a timeless trend, so if you’re looking to refresh your bikini game, you can trust this will stay in style for years to come.

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7. Neon Bright swim trunks never go out of style.

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Longevity and relevance are hard to find in the music industry. Bands tend to rise and fall, overstay their welcome or become a nostalgia act. Many bend the knee to record labels and societal conformity to appease the masses in hopes of making it. So, seeing a group of guys from St. Catharines who stayed uncompromisingly true to themselves, their music and their fans stay relevant after nearly 20 years is refreshing.

Alexisonfire hasn’t been consistently active since their inception in 2001. But that’s just fine to the band and their legion of fans. They entered the scene with a self-titled album that garnered critical and fan praise. So much so

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that record companies came knocking on their door. They responded by remaining independent, releasing Watch Out! and catapulting to superstardom. All this with a self-described sound of “two Catholic high-school girls in mid-knife-fight.”

The band broke up in 2011, did a reunion tour in 2015 and have done some shows since.

But there hasn’t been any new music. There’s a unique energy to Alexisonfire (AOF) that makes their music and shows memorable Still, fans miss the driving guitar riffs, lively vocals and sweet melodies that make the group from St. Catharines great. Finally, the wait for new music from the only band ever is over.

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A new track called Familiar Drugs it out. It marks the return of a familiar, fantastic sound that fans have craved. Alexisonfire is back, touring and likely making more music. It’s time for the drunks, lovers, sinners and saints to get excited.

Faces had the pleasure of speaking with George Pettit about new music, touring and more.

First, thanks for the new music and tour.

It’s been nearly 10 years since we’ve heard new music from AOF. Why now?

The new music came about because we were playing shows. We were all really enjoying the experience but felt that we needed to give back something. I think we also felt like we were capable of writing something. That’s how it all really came about. Also, as much as I love playing the back catalogue, at some point you just become a nostalgia act if you aren’t putting out new music. There’s lot of songs that are fun to play, but I don’t think touring around with the greatest hits is a good look.

You’ve all moved on to different things in your personal and professional lives.

How difficult was it to coordinate making new music?

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a few times a month. Or sometimes we’ll practice without all the members. It helps that Dallas has moved back to Toronto, which is made things a lot easier. And Billy Talent isn’t touring right now so we’ve got a little more action from Jordan. It’s not simple for sure.

You’ve described the new track ‘Familiar Drugs’ as being about choosing comfort over self-betterment. Do you find this is common in today’s society?

I can’t speak for everyone in the world, but I know I do that a lot. I will come to a point where I should be doing something good for myself and I choose to do something that makes me feel good at that exact moment. Whether or not that translates to song as a commentary on the way that things or people are? I think that’s probably safe. But I don’t know if that’s what I was going for. I think a lot of people will take short-term comfort over long-term strategy with most things in life.

Is the new track the first step towards an EP and album?

I don’t know if it’s an EP, album or another single. Without showing too much of my hand right now, I can tell you there is Alexisonfire music we are working on right now. I feel confident in saying that there will be more Alexisonfire music before the end of the year. But I can’t give any hard dates on that, or what it looks like. It’s been very productive and we’re doing as much as we can from our own worlds. There’s a lot of conversing by email, text message and voice notes.

I heard that’s how Familiar Drugs came to be: Dallas had an old phone with a voice note?

Yeah, that’s pretty much how most Alexisonfire songs happen. Wade and Dallas, through some sort of supernatural-cosmic link, come to the table with stuff that just works. They just fit together perfectly like two puzzle pieces, and we build from there. That’s what happened with Familiar

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A tour is announced with stops in Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, London and other festival dates. Will more dates be added?

Wait and see. We don’t have anything planned. We aren’t opposed to more dates, but it comes down to scheduling.

We’ll see what happens. The idea is to get through June and see how it feels. Then maybe we’ll make a decision on something closer to the end of the year. But that’s a discussion for all of us.

AOF will be making a stop in Ottawa for Bluesfest on July 12th. Having been to Ottawa before, do you plan to stay and see some of the city? Any favourite spots?

Ottawa has always been the place to go.

It’s the first long drive from southern Ontario where you go without leaving the country. We played at Club Saw and got to know the local promoters. Love House of Targ – it’s such a fun spot. Obviously, there’s great record stores like Vertigo Records. We have played Bluesfest before and it was incredible. I would assume the beginnings of the Bluesfest were actually blues, but now everyone comes including blues artists. So, it’s a blast playing there.

What can fans expect from this tour?

I think we’re better now than we ever were back in the day. Maybe you have to say that, but that’s genuinely how I feel.

If you saw Alexisonfire back in the day there’s no doubt it was wild and crazy we had all the brashness of youth. Now we’re a bit older and there’s more calculation, but we’re better playing now than ever. If you come to see us now you’ll see a good concert and the best version of ourselves. $1 from each ticket is going to Indspire.

Tell us a little bit about this non-profit and why it’s so important.

Indspire provides scholarships and grants to indigenous youth. It’s a not-forprofit that’s close to us. We wanted to do something charitable and make it a positive thing for everyone. As Canadians, we have a very unfortunate history that we ar-

en’t acknowledging enough. We haven’t been kind to our indigenous population.

This seemed like a positive way to help address it and give back.

I imagine that when AOF started you guys focused solely on making music and touring. Now, you’re in a position where you can live your lives, making music or not, tour or not. Do you still feel the same kind of pressure?

I don’t think we feel the same kind of pressure, but it’s not like there’s no pressure. I do get a little more nervous and anxiety around playing and diving back into this world. With that being said, I use that.

Back when we were touring 10 months out of the year, you walk out on stage and do it because you’ve done it nearly every day that year. Now, there’s vast amounts of time between performing and not. For the most part, I’m wrapped up in a world that is not the international jet-setting life of a rocker like when I was younger. There are nerves, but it feels good because it’s like when we first started. It propels you to play a really good show. The fear of messing up makes you sharper. There’s no pressure to make music or sell things, just the general anxiety of the idea of doing it. But when you get up there and do it it’s such a great feeling.

The band has always done its own thing.

The self-titled album attracted a ton of attention from major labels and you chose to remain independent for Watch Out! How difficult has it been to stay true to yourselves throughout your career?

I don’t know. I think it’s just engrained in us. I don’t think we’d feel comfortable doing something that wasn’t us. I don’t know how to explain that. Maybe we just toured with so many bands back in the day that were swimming for the fences and trying their hardest to appeal to as many people as possible. We just presented ourselves honestly and did what we felt like. At the end of the day, the five of us created this thing that people latched on to. It’s still hard for me to wrap my head around it. After all these years, we can still sell like 20,000 tickets in Toronto. It’s just mind-blowing. Maybe we were just accessible? It’s hard for me to understand, but I’m grateful and glad that I can still come back and play these shows.

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Music was kind of flat when we first came around. There wasn’t a lot on the radio or TV that was making that bold and brash statement. Maybe we are coming back now is a sign of the same thing happening again. I don’t want to put anybody down or anything, but everything is quite vanilla. There is a void where people want that next thing to come and shake it all up. It just seems like people don’t want to take chances. So maybe that’s it? Alexisonfire remained honest, stayed true and never softened our sound. People still want that little bit of edginess in our music.

What is the biggest obstacle you had to overcome to get to where you are today?

It’s less of an obstacle, but I think the band needed to break up when it did in order for us to be where we are now. We always had small goals. There was no way to go from Wade’s mom’s basement to playing to 10,000 people. That didn’t exist. The biggest possible thing was to play to 200 people in Toronto. But we kept making small goals. And those goals kept getting bigger. So, there weren’t a lot of obstacles until we got to the end.

We were own worst enemy. We spent way too much time on the road, and it led to our inevitable breakdown. We needed that. We needed to step away for a bit to live outside of Alexisonfire, land on our feet and make us feel capable as musicians and in our private lives. Now, coming back together, it makes things easier and more fun. It’s strictly a pursuit of love.

We aren’t desperate to keep it going; we’re just doing it because we love it.

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Bacon & Feta Guacamole Amp up the goodness of a classic recipe with crispy bacon and tangy feta.

Ingredients 4 large ripe avocados, halved and seeded 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 lime, juiced 1clove garlic, minced 1/2teaspoon salt 1/2teaspoon pepper 1/4teaspoon crushed red pepper (more or less to taste) 3 green onions, sliced 1/4 cup - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/2 roma tomato, diced Directions Add avocados to a medium bowl, mashing together with a fork.

Mix in lime juice, garlic salt, salt & pepper, and crushed red pepper. Top with feta cheese, bacon crumbles, and green onion, stirring lightly to combine. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, pita, or veggies.

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THE FAMILY PET:

WHAT HAPPENS TO FIDO IN A SEPARATION?

NEGOTIATING AN AGREEMENT

THE BELOVED FAMILY PET, referred to by some as a fur baby, is often viewed by its owners as being a member of the family; a loyal, loving companion that greets you at the door when you arrive home. But when a couple separates, what happens to poor Fido?

How does the law view the family pet?

PETS ARE PROPERTY Notwithstanding the immense love that people have for their pets, the law treats pets as property. In the context of a separation, ownership of the animal will determine what happens with the pet; the person who owns the pet, keeps the pet.

This means that when a couple is dividing up assets and personal possessions, they will also need to think about who is going to take Fido. Although the laws regarding pets as property apply universally to all pets, the most hotly contested disputes usually occur over dogs (sorry cats).

DETERMINING OWNERSHIP How do the courts determine who is the rightful owner of the pet? The court will examine a variety of factors to determine which party owns the pet, including: •

Who paid for the initial cost of the pet (such as adoption fees), as well as who paid the expenses for the pet on a day-to-day basis;

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Indications of ownership, such as:

CUSTODY OF PETS The laws governing children and custody do not apply to pets and, generally speaking, courts will not go down the path of ordering time-sharing arrangements for pets as they do for children.

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Which party is the registered owner of the pet;

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Who has been responsible for the care of the pet, including taking the pet to the vet, on walks, training etc;

Notwithstanding that the law treats pets as property, if a separating couple wishes to, they have the option of preparing an agreement to set out how their beloved pet will be shared postseparation. So along as they agree, there is nothing to prevent a couple from creating their own agreement about a pet. If the couple cannot reach an agreement on how to share the pet, however, each person will need to be prepared to make a case as the rightful owner.

Going through a separation is tough and furry friends can be the perfect support companion. Make sure you know how to keep your dog in your life or have a discussion with your expartner on the next steps.

Kate Wright practices Family and Wills and Estates law at Mann Lawyers LLP, a full service law firm operating in Ottawa’s Hintonburg area. This article is not intended to provide legal advice. Should you require legal advice, please contact Mann Lawyers LLP at 613.722.1500 or visit mannlawyers.com.

In some cases, the court will also look at the bond and attachment between the pet and each party.

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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons superfine sugar 20 fresh mint leaves, plus 2 sprigs, for garnish Zest and juice (3 to 4 tablespoons) of 1/2 grapefruit, plus 2 wedges, for garnish 4 ounces white rum Club soda, as needed

In a cocktail shaker, mash the lime juice, sugar, mint leaves and grapefruit zest to release their flavour. When the sugar starts to melt, add the grapefruit juice and rum. Fill shaker with ice and mix until cold. Prepare 2 glasses with ice, then strain mixture over, and top with club soda.

Decorate cocktails with a mint sprig and grapefruit wedges, and serve.

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KNOW THE SIGNS OF GLUTEN INTOLERANCE

Opiod Awareness Month More than 10,300 Canadians have lost their lives to opioids in the last 3 years.

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Know The Signs Of An Opiod Overdose

August 31st is International Overdose Awareness

If the answer is yes to any of these, it is important

Day. Heading into summer with an endless list of

to get help quickly. Do not try to make them vomit

concerts and festivals, it is important to know the

or give them anything to eat or drink. Instead, stay

signs of an overdose should you need to help.

with them, call 911 and try to get a response out of the person while you wait for help. If they are

Signs of an Overdose -Floppy arms and legs

breathing, put them in the recovery position. If they are not breathing, begin CPR until help arrives or they begin to breathe again.

-Shallow breathing, or stopped breathing -Cannot be woken up -Blue or grey lips and/or fingertips -Unusual gurgling and/or snoring sounds -No response to stimuli

Accessing Naloxone Naloxone (or Narcan) can save someone from an opioid overdose. Even if you are not sure if the

How to Help

overdose is due to opioids, you can give them Naloxone anyway to be safe as it will not harm

Know your ABCs.

them (unless they have an allergy to naloxone or it’s ingredients).

Alert – Have they stopped responding to voice/ stimuli?

You can get a free naloxone kit from many phar-

Breathing – Is it shallow, slow or stopped?

macies in the area, and from the Ottawa Public

Colour – Do they have blue or grey lips and/or fingernails?

Health – Site Van by calling 613 282 3232. Go to https://www.ontario.ca/page/where-get-free-naloxone-kit to find the closest location to you.

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Not All Types of Sitting Were Created Equal

Is Spinach A Steroid?

German scientists recently discovered this leafy green veggie actually contains a chemical that “should” be classified as a performance enhancing drug. Ecdysterone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone, and is linked to increasing physical performance in athletes when consumed in large amounts. Looks like Popeye has been right all along.

It’s fairly common to hear about people doing another job on the side of their full time work, whether it’s for extra cash, to provide for a big family, pursue a passion, or grow a personal business. But a study from Bankrate has found that 1 in 3 people actually need this extra income to cover day to day living expenses as the rising cost of living has made it difficult for most adults to financially support themselves. Although people aren’t getting rich off their side gigs, it’s clear that the added cash is a necessary addition for a large size of the population.

We already know the repercussions to a sedentary lifestyle and spending your days behind a desk. But, it turns out office workers can find some peace of mind.

Exercise science professors in Florida found that leisure-time sitting (i.e. Netflix on the couch), is actually much worse for your heart and longevity compared to sitting at a computer chair. Those who spend hours on end watching a show or movie likely don’t get up; however, office dwellers typically break up this sedentary time with coffee breaks or meetings which is actually associated with a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease (so long as you also get enough physical activity outside of working hours).

Bring Your Whole Self To Work Many people are very different at work than they are at home. Northwestern University researchers have found unethical behaviour happens in the workplace when people lack cohesion in their identity. This study explained that when employee home life and work life are more integrated, people feel more authentic.

By avoiding compartmentalizing personal and professional identities, it decreases the chance of employees engaging in bad behaviour that contributes to a negative culture.

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INFLATION THE SILENT VILLAIN THAT COSTS DEARLY OVER TIME. When saving for retirement or any other long-term objective, there are really only three things that determine the outcome; amount invested, time and the rate of return you earn. However, two other components determine the purchasing power of that future sum of capital, whether it be for a capital expenditure or regular income; inflation and taxation.

Taxation can be controlled somewhat by choosing the right account in which to save within (TFSA vs RRSP vs Insurance etc.)

Inflation however varies over time and can have a devastating effect on your future purchasing power. Let’s take a look at how to combat this silent destroyer of wealth.

If you save/invest in familiar fixed income products like GIC’s, Government bonds or bond funds, you likely do so because you feel they are safe. Recall though that interest is affected by taxes (non-registered account) and even with a 3% rate of interest over time – your net return can be negative. If you earn $55,000 per year, your marginal tax rate is 30% and you will lose about 1% of your interest to tax. Most are aware of that reality. However, few think about or even realize that if the consumer price index (inflation) was increasing at a rate of 2.5% per year, your money would have decreased in “real terms” by that amount. Since tax has already taken 1% out of the 3% return, we now see your after-tax return of 2% is reduced by another 2.5% which means a negative (0.50%) return. Compound this out over 20 years and your $1 today only buys 90 cents worth of goods then. Put another way, your standard of living will take a step back instead of forward down the road.

To drive this point home, ask yourself or someone else - what did a

Michael Prittie, CFP, CIM FCSI, CIWM is a Portfolio Manager and Branch Manager with Mandeville Private Client Inc/Capital Wealth Architects in Ottawa.

postage stamp cost 30 years ago? How about a big Mac? Answer; 38 cents, $2.15 respectively. Want another example, what did Netflix cost five years ago? And today? This is inflation!

When you see the damage inflation does over time, you quickly realize most fixed income investments only offer the illusion of safety and should be used only for shorter term investment goals.

Alternatives such as bank stocks or the parent company of our Big Mac example, McDonalds, or a Real Estate Investment Trust all have provided dividend payouts that increased to keep pace with inflation whilst enjoying an increasing share price over time. What about risk you ask? Certainly over a few years (where you should use a GIC or bond) stocks can and do fluctuate in price. However, if you are investing for the longer term, then the risk declines

Have your cake today and be sure you can afford another one at your retirement party by paying attention to inflation and matching the objective to the investment – whether they be public or private in nature. An accredited and experienced independent advisor can help ensure the right match is made.

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Events The 8th Annual

Kyle Turris Capital City Condors Golf Classic The Capital City Condors are a family of ice hockey teams for those who are unable to play on any other hockey team due to a cognitive and/ or physical disability. Players are ages 6 and up, of all ability levels and are each given a high degree of personal care and attention by the Condors on-ice coaches.

The Condors Golf Classic took place on June 17th, 2019 at the Marshes Golf Club Photography by Steve Cain, South March Studio

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HEALTH Low Impact Workout This workout will work the whole body without stres-

Riley Pearce CFEP Certified Personal Trainer at Free Form Fitness

sing the joints too much. It is perfect for those with stiff joints, who feel weaker in the morning but want to work on strengthening those muscles.

Tips from a Trainer:

Wall Sit: 3 Sets x 30s

Wake Up and Workout!

against the wall and your

Moves to Start Your Day. The summer time can be busy with work, holidays, and social events filling up all of your waking hours. If you find that you’re running low on time to fit in a workout, try out these simple, equipment-free workouts.

They’ll take 15-30 minutes of your morning and will leave you feeling energized and ready for all of the summer activities you have planned for the day.

Sit with your back firmly knees at 90 degrees. Try not to lean forward or stand up before the 30s is over. You should feel this move in your thighs and calves.

Straight Arm or Elbow Plank: 3 sets x 20s-40s Either from your hands or from the elbows, set the body up in the plank position.

Squeeze the glutes and press the shoulders away from the elbows to create a tight core.

Hold for the prescribed time.

I’s, T’s, Y’s: 3 sets x 10 reps of each letter Lying at the edge of your bed with your shoulders and arms off of the bed, lift the arms up into the shape of an I. Hold the arms at the top of the movement, and then return them down. Repeat this 10 times.

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Then repeat this exercise but make a capital T and then a capital Y with your arms.

Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together as you lift up the arms.

Wall Push Ups: 3 sets x 15 reps Place your hands on the wall about shoulder width apart.

Walk the toes away from the wall until you feel your core engage slightly. Once you have reach that position, lower your whole body, leading with the chest, towards the wall. Press away from the wall and repeat 15 times.

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High Impact Workout This workout will work the whole body and really get the heart racing in a short amount of time. It is perfect for those of you who want to increase your heart rate and work up a sweat

Crab High Fives: 20 taps

before the day begins! This

In a crab position (remem-

workout will be completed as

ber the crab walk from gym

a circuit. This means you will

class?), keep your hips above

do one exercise, take a short

the ground. One arm and leg

break, and then move onto the

at a time, bring a hand up

next. You can do the exercises

and tap the opposite foot.

just once through, but we re-

Return them to their starting

commend you try to do at least

position and repeat with the

3 rounds.

other hand and foot. Each tap is a rep and you will do

High Knees: 30s

20 reps.

Drive each knee towards the chest one at a time, as if you

Plank Walk Ups: 15 reps

were marching. As you start to

Set yourself up in a straight

get comfortable with the mo-

arm plank infront of a step or

vement pick up the pace.

a chair (make sure the chair is pressed up against a wall

Pulse Squats: 30s

or something secure). Move

Get yourself into your normal

the hands from the floor

squat position. Squat down but

to the top of the top or the

do not come all the way up.

chair, then return the hands

Simply bounce in and out of

down to the ground. Every

the bottom position allowing

time your hands move up to

yourself to come up only ever

the step/chair that’s 1 rep.

Hook Punches: 30s In your best boxing stance, throw your best right and left hook punches for 30s.

It doesn’t have to take hours at the gym to work up a good sweat and get the body moving in the morning.

Try these out and let us know how the workout went!

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Events Mattamy Homes Presents

The 7th Annual Casino Royale

June 14th saw Casino Royale in it’s 7th year. Brookstreet Hotel was dressed to the nine’s as guests had a “night in Vegas” as they played Casino games and vied for the chance to win some awesome prizes. The night was a huge success raising $40,000 for the Ottawa Senators Foundation.

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9 Questions with Redblack’s Starting Quarterback The Ottawa Redblacks had a fairly difficult off-season, facing a variety of changes to their roster, and leaving many Ottawa football fans with mixed emotions heading into this year. Although it’s still early, new starting QB Dominique Davis has given the city a glimmer of hope.

He’s led the team to a 2-0 record to start the regular season which has them tied atop the East Division standings after Week 2. As he takes on this new leadership role and looks to defend the team’s East Division Champion title, Davis gave us the quick and dirty on where his head is at this summer.

What are some valuable lessons you have learned on your way to becoming a starting CFL quarterback?

Stay humble. The game can be taken from you at any minute. Continue to focus on why you got here, and just be grateful.

What is a personal goal you have this season?

Just winning a Grey Cup. What is your favourite pump-up music to listen to before games?

DON’T COUNT YOUR REPS, MAKE YOUR REPS COUNT.

My go-to artists are Young Jeezy and Rick Ross.

How would you describe your style?

Relaxed. I’m not a fashion guy. I’m a sweats, t-shirt, basketball shorts, and sneakers guy.

Tell us about the first car you’ve ever bought.

My first car was a Dodge Charger SRT8. My dream car is a Lamborghini.

Do you have a favourite food spot in Ottawa?

Pili Pili. You go there it’ll change your life.

When you have a day off, what is your favourite thing to do?

Stay in the house, eat and watch television.

When it comes to leading a healthy lifestyle, what are some rules you have for yourself on nutrition, motivation or balance?

No junk food! Just stick by that. No chips, no candy, no fast food. Three top things I stay away from.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

It came from my head coach when I was at East Carolina. It applies especially since my whole career has been as a backup. Don’t count your reps, make your reps count. You might only get two reps, so you gotta make them the best two reps ever. It’s still professional football and if you’re not doing the right things, they’re gonna find somebody else.

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Events

The Yakabuski Classic The Yakabuski Classlc is an annual event in memory of Mark Yakabuski, who believed strongly that physical activity was more than just keeping your body healthy and strong; it is also paramount in maintaining strong mental health.

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The tournament took place on June 21st at the Marshes Golf Club, and all funds raised from the event have directly supported local families and their love of sport.

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OUT OF OFFICE FROM OURS, TO YOURS

IT’S COMPLICATED We all have our vices—do we have our complexes, too?

Psycologists suggest so… these three complexes are found to be some the most common to walk amongst us.

If you hide your talents in order to fit in, you may have a Jonah Complex.

This makes people unwilling to strive towards achievements due to the fear of success—that their talents will make them noticed, when they would rather fit in.

If you feel unable to catch a break from the injustices in life, you may have a Martyr Complex.

Martyrs portray themselves as the heroes amongst the rest, continuously blaming others for their hardships, and considering everyone around them to be selfish in comparison.

If you are always apologizing when things go wrong, you may have a Guilt Complex. which creates a constant sense of guilt, magnifi ed in times of strife. People with this complex tend to be obsessed with the rights and wrongs of the world, and feel an overwhelming sense of responsibility to outcomes they cannot control.

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So Long, Stress.

3 tips for coping with anxiety.

Effectively utilizing your mindbody connection to reconnect and relax is essential to your well-being.

Consider these simple exercises for those moments when you need to step away from the craziness. Making these moments part of your daily routine is a simple and effective way to reconnect with yourself.

1. The ‘X’ Factor Close your eyes and visualize the letter X (if it helps, draw a large X on a piece of paper). Imagining or looking at an ‘X’ strengthens the neural connections between the left and right hemispheres of the brain which helps us understand details and the big picture. Strengthening neurons also induces relaxation clear thinking.

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2. Belly Breathing Stand or sit comfortably. Place your hands gently on your belly, right around your navel. Take a long deep breath into your belly. Imagine your belly filling up, bottom first, all the way up to the top. You can imagine a pitcher being filled up with water. Exhale for a count of eight.

Imagine all of the air slowly being expelled. Repeat as desired.

This exercise improves expressive communication and attention span. Greater breathing and therefore greater oxygen flow increase energy level.

3. Thinking Cap Stand or sit comfortably.

Starting at the top of the ears, gently grab both ears between the thumb and pointer fingers.

With just enough pressure to feel good, let the thumb slide up and out off of the ear before grabbing the next piece of ear directly below what was pulled. Slide the thumb off of the ear all the way down to the last part of the lobe, giving the whole outer ear a nice massage.

Repeat as desired. Thinking Cap helps improve breathing, energy, focusing attention, hearing, peripheral vision, and equilibrium. The jaw, tongue, and facial muscles relax.

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COUNTRY Pure Country’s Shannon Ella

Radio host, horseback rider, and Harry Potter fanatic, Shannon Ella grew up on a horse farm just north of Toronto and lived in Kentucky for four years. She is a key part of Bell Media’s national re-brand, which is bringing Pure Country to country music lovers in the Nation’s Capital, and across Canada.

We asked her about what Ottawa can expect with this change; she said, “Listeners can look forward to the same music they know and love, but now with a fresh look to the Pure Country station”.

She also opened up to us about some of the struggles she’s experienced while working her way up in the industry, and fond memories she has of her visits to Ottawa.

Why did you choose to study communications & media? How did you get your start working in the industry?

Growing up on a horse farm, my plan early on was to go school for veterinary medicine, however, I quickly learned that was not the right path for me. I redirected myself towards writing and media in hopes of becoming a journalist.

I took a break from school in Kentucky and came home for a year, and got a job working for a country radio station as an “Events Coordinator”.

It was such a great introduction to radio, the pace, the music, the artists and the country music industry as a whole. I grew up loving country music so much; it never dawned on me to even make a career out of it.

After a few different positions in radio, I found myself taking on the Complete Country brand as a Host and Content Editor/Producer.

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It combined all the things I loved doing into one job, but the only thing missing was working in radio. Then I was hired for the midday show on BX93 in London and after 10 months, I was fortunate to be a part of Bell Media’s massive national re-brand, Pure Country.

On this journey, I think the best thing I did was open myself up to trying new things. I wasn’t afraid to fail and never felt discouraged if someone told me I didn’t have enough experience or education. Instead, those words pushed me and showed me that when you are passionate enough about something, you can do it no matter what.

What is one of the biggest challenges you’ve encountered so far in your career?

When I first started, I received a lot of questions about my experience, my position, and “how long” I had been in the industry. I also had some negative reactions when I was going to start pursuing work on-air - that I wasn’t cut out for it, or the right fit. That drove me to work even harder. Learning to take criticism, whether it is constructive or negative, and use it as a driving force and inspiration was something I started learning early on. If you allow criticism to eat away at you, it will only hinder opportunities and affect the work you’re putting forward.

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With this new opportunity to host a radio show across Canada, with the first ever national country music brand, what are you most excited about?

I am excited to get to know country music fans across the country. I haven’t seen all of our beautiful country yet so I really am looking forward to connecting with people from coast-to-coast! I am also really excited to attend some new country music festivals across the country!

Who are some of your favourite artists?

That is the toughest question to answer, I have so many favourites! Shania Twain, Alan Jackson and Brooks and Dunn are favourites of mine that I grew up listening to. Some of my more recent favourites are Maren Morris, Tenille Townes, Steve Moakler, Dan + Shay, Meghan Patrick and Adam Doleac.

How do you spend your free time?

I am a very outdoorsy person. My job and favourite pastime until the age of 25 was primarily working on a horse farm training horses, so being in the barn and working on the farm is something I love (although I don’t get much time for it now). Exercising is something I really enjoy since sports were always at the forefront of my life, with spin and

yoga being two of my go-to activities. In addition, sitting on the porch listening to music, playing with my dog, binge watching Friends or Harry Potter, and hanging out with friends are also some of my favourite ways to unwind.

What is your favourite thing to do when visiting the Nation’s Capital?

Definitely walking around the city. There is SO much to see and take in, so much history and activities going on. My grandparents lived in Kemptville when I was growing up and we would often make trips to Ottawa. Having been a figure skater all my life, I loved skating on the Rideau Canal as well.

What can Ottawa listeners look forward to from Pure Country?

Ottawa listeners can look forward to the same music they know and love, now with a fresh look to the Pure Country station. With the same people at the station and the same music, the brand represents a new look of country music today. During my midday show, I will be sharing interviews with country artists and keeping country fans up to date on what’s going on in the country world new music, tour announcements and fun country lifestyle topics. @ShannonElla_

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PLAYING FOR PRIDE We caught up with Ottawa Fury player Chris Mannella and supporter Meagan Wiper to talk about the Ottawa Fury’s involvement in Playing for Pride, and becoming allies to Ottawa’s LGBTQ community.

Photography by Mathieu Brunet

You have been “Playing for Pride” all month in June. Tell us more about this initiative and how it is helping with LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Chris: Yeah, playing for pride is such a good organization and initiative to be a part of. I was fortunate enough to come across the founder, Austin Da Luz, and reached out to him about being a part of it.

It’s a group of professional players across North America raising money and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and equality, so with the amount of players and some very high profile ones, hopefully we can encourage people to feel like they are not alone and that there is a massive community who accepts and is willing to stand behind them no matter what.

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What are ways you would encourage others to get involved in breaking down barriers like this in the sporting world?

Chris: That’s really hard because people have their own way of thinking and I would never force anything down anyone’s throat, but I try to help people understand that it shouldn’t matter who people love. Love is love no matter what. They shouldn’t be looked at any differently, especially in the sports world, for someone they love outside of their profession and that has nothing to do with their job. I also try to put others in the shoes of someone struggling to really be themselves and who is putting on a front when they are around their teammates and coaches, and how that would make them feel if other people judged them for something that they cannot control.

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Why do you personally feel so strongly about making pro sports a space where everyone should feel welcome?

Meagan: As someone who is a community activist as well, I greatly appreciated how the Ottawa Fury roster last year was willing to share in the emotional labour and help make TD Place inclusive and validating. They had a Pride Match, became members of Athlete Ally, raised funds for Playing for Pride and even marched in the Fierté Capital Pride parade.

So for this year, I thought that if the Ottawa Fury are willing to step up and take the initiative to be allies in the LGBTQ community, the supporters have to do the same. It cuts both ways, especially when one considers that the relationship between players and supporters in football is much more symbiotic than other sports. I myself as a white, cisgender woman who’s attracted to men may not have a direct need for the Fury lads to raise money for Playing for Pride, have a welcoming supporters’ section, or have an annual Pride match. I do have plenty of LGBTQA2S friends who do. Inclusion matters because it validates.

What are ways you would encourage others to get involved in breaking down barriers like this in the sporting world?

Meagan: Playing for Pride is a great step to take for one.

Other than that, I would say that engaging in dialogue with other supporters is crucial, particularly when it comes to empathizing and allying yourself with those who have less privilege than yourself. Getting input from and including LGBTQ people in discussions is an absolute must. Reaching out to supporter groups in other cities for advice on making your team’s supporter culture more inclusive would be a good idea as well, as they may give you great advice on what to do and any mistakes they learned from along the way.

Team management also has to be on board as well.

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362 PRESTON STREET OTTAWA, ONT. K1S 4M7

(613) 234-3156 WWW.GIOVANNIS-RESTAURANT.COM

Open Monday through Friday for lunch and every night for dinner.